Clinical Research Nurse - Oncology

Location:

Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit:
Rush Medical Center

Hospital:
Rush University Medical Center

Department:
Cancer Center-Res Fac

Work Type:
Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule:

8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM)

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Pay Range: $43.60 - $69.43 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

The Clinical Research Nurse 2 (CRN
2) is an experienced research nurse who provides clinical care to participants and supports the conduct of clinical research studies under the direction of a Principal Investigator (PI). As part of a collaborative research team, the CRN 2 contributes to study planning, assists with participant recruitment, eligibility screening, informed consent, and ensures protocol adherence throughout the study lifecycle.

The CRN 2 role monitors participants for adverse events and clinical responses, administers study medications, and ensures high-quality, patient-centered care aligned with protocol requirements. The CRN 2 also educates clinical staff and physicians on study procedures, communicates participant status updates, and supports study implementation within clinical settings.

The CRN 2 demonstrates advanced clinical nursing knowledge, growing research expertise, and autonomy in managing protocol activities. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) OR Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
• Experience:
  
  Four years of clinical nursing practice experience required.
• Licenses:
  Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse Licensure
• Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support certification for Healthcare Professionals.
  • Relevant research certification (Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP), Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA), Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC), OR Certified IRB Professional (CIP)) obtained within 1 year of hire

• Regulatory Compliance Awareness – Demonstrate knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and/or Good Documentation Practices, human subjects protections, institutional, local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations related to clinical research
• Communication Skills – Ability to communicate complex clinical and regulatory concepts in easy-to-understand language
• Participant Engagement – Ability to build rapport with diverse participants and peers
• Judgment & Escalation – Demonstrated problem-solving, critical decision making, and professional judgment
• Time Management – Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Teamwork & Collaboration – Ability to work successfully both independently and in team settings
• Flexibility – Flexible work hours and travel may be required

• Four years of experience in clinical research as appropriate to study population.
• Clinical specialty certification as appropriate to study population.

• Delivers protocol-required nursing care to research participants, including monitoring of health status and documentation.
• Develops and modifies participant care plans based on protocol requirements and participant needs.
• Assesses participant status and coordinates follow-up actions with the PI or interdisciplinary team…